Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 106.4 in | 3.4 in |
Length | 193.7 in | 175.6 in | 18.1 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 69.7 in | 2.7 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 52.8 in | 5.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3547 lb. | 3094 lb. | 453 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.2 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.8 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.3 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.7 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.8 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 54.9 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 48.1 in | 7.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 32.2 in | 5.8 in |
Total Legroom | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 5.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.6 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 9 ft3 |
2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2011 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |